Finally some good news for the Star Wars universe, with the highly anticipated return of a film which arouses a lot of enthusiasm thanks to a pleasing declaration.
Acclaimed Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins recently confirmed her return to Star Wars’ Rogue Squadron project, highlighting the instability of film production at Disney. After temporarily abandoning this space project to concentrate on a third part of Wonder Woman which was ultimately canceled, Jenkins finds himself again at the helm of this space adventure.
Star Wars and the Return of Jenkins
In a recent appearance on the ninth episode of Max’s Talking Pictures podcast, Jenkins discussed his future career plans with host Ben Mankiewicz. When asked about her interest in serious films versus high-profile franchises, Jenkins expressed uncertainty but recalled her journey after leaving Star Wars for Wonder Woman 3. Following the latter’s cancellation, she decided to once again associated with Lucasfilm to realize its commitment to Rogue Squadron.
Jenkins shared his aspirations and challenges in making a dogfight film, mentioning his affection for aircraft from the ’70s and ’80s as well as the difficulty of finding compelling dogfight stories in that era. However, she sees the Star Wars universe as the ideal playground to explore these themes. Passionate about the essence and emotion conveyed by Star Wars, she expresses her desire to create something magnificent that serves both the franchise and its audience.
Although Rogue Squadron has yet to receive an official production confirmation or release date from Disney or Lucasfilm, Jenkins’ enthusiasm for the project is undeniable. His return to the film promises to bring a unique and passionate vision to the Star Wars universe. While approaching the theme of fighter pilots from a new angle.
Jenkins’ direction on Rogue Squadron is eagerly awaited by Star Wars fans. Curious to see how she will integrate her love for aerial stories into the richness of the saga.